Trump administration to add 500 miles of migrant-deterring buoys along Rio Grande
by Berenice Garcia, The Texas TribuneJanuary 7, 2026 McALLEN — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is beefing up its border security efforts…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Windy Thursday stronger winds and rain chances tonight
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert with some larger impact expected tonight. 45 MPH wind gusts and a 30% chance for rain…
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2 dead, 6 wounded after shooting outside Salt Lake City funeral; no suspects in custody
By Jennifer Watts and Jack Moore (ABC) — Police in Salt Lake City said two people are dead and six others wounded after a shooting…
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City encourages vulnerable El Pasoans to register for emergency assistance program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Department of Public Health is urging residents with disabilities and medical needs to sign up for a statewide…
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The Pizza Joint opening new Horizon City location
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A Borderland pizza chain is opening up its first ever spot in the Far East. The Pizza Joint confirmed on social media that…
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37-year-old woman fatally shot by ICE officer in Minneapolis identified
Update (5:36 PM): Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said he has issued an order to prepare the state’s National Guard while urging peaceful protest after an…
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UTEP’s Malachi Nelson enters transfer portal
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) —Â UTEP quarterback Malachi Nelson has entered the transfer portal. His agent, Justin J. Giangrande, confirmed the news on…
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Las Cruces Police officers getting pay raises
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces City Council approved a pay raise for police officers. Thanks to a new memorandum of understanding…
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Water restored after students at Bill Childress, Canutillo Elementary released early
Update (3:40 PM): El Paso Water says that full water service has been restored. Update (1:14 PM): El Paso Water says a 16-inch water main break has…
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Deputies arrest El Paso woman wanted for murder
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Constable deputies arrested Rachel Ramona Rivota, 27, on an active personal recognizance bond warrant for…
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New Details: Intoxication assault charge filed after fiery I-10 crash
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 has obtained court documents detailing what led up to Andres Rubio’s arrest for intoxication assault with a vehicle…
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Man accused of driving truck into house identified; charges filed
Update (2:46 PM): El Paso Police say that charges have been filed in this case. ABC-7 inquired into whether charges have been filed against Carlos…
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Las Cruces Police to hold town hall on juvenile crime
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces Police will host a town hall meeting to talk about juvenile crime in the city. The meeting is scheduled…
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Heartbreak for Utah family after missionary son dies suddenly in New Mexico
Originally Published: 07 JAN 26 15:33 ET By Dan Rascon Click here for updates on this story     SALT LAKE CITY (KSL) — A Utah County family is…
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New US dietary guidelines urge less sugar, more protein – and make a nod to beef tallow
By Jacqueline Howard, Katherine Dillinger, Tami Luhby, CNN (CNN) — New US dietary guidelines released Wednesday echo past advice, but also…
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Ysleta del Sur Pueblo names new Cacique Johnny Hisa
YSLETA DEL SUR PUEBLO (KVIA) — The Ysleta del Sur Pueblo has announced the election of new Cacique Johnny (Juan R.) Hisa. Hisa assumes the Tribe’s…
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Police use DNA to track down man accused of burglarizing jewelry store during Ruidoso wildfires
RUIDOSO, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico State Police Crime Suppression Bureau used DNA testing to track down the man accused of burglarizing…
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Limited-edition Paydirt Pete bobblehead released for National Bobblehead Day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum is celebrating National Bobblehead Day by unveiling an officially licensed…
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US seizes Russian-flagged oil tanker in North Atlantic and 2nd tanker
The U.S. Coast Guard moved to seize the Marinera oil tanker, sources said. By Luis Martinez, Luke Barr, David Brennan, and Patrick Reevell January…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Rain chances strong winds expected tonight
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We are under an ABC-7 First Alert tracking strong rain chances and strong wind gusts for your Wednesday evening. The first…
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LCPS relaunches ‘Count Me In’ initiative to increase school attendance
Las Cruces Public Schools students return to class on Wednesday after the holidays, but still face a decrease in school attendance, which brought…
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Man charged with DWI had two kids in his car: Sheriff’s Office
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tyrese Riley, 26, is charged with Driving While Intoxicated with a Child Under 15 Years of Age. Officials say Riley was…
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Firefighters put out fire on Alameda
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Fire crews just put out a fire on the 7300 block of Alameda. The fire was classified as moderate in severity. No…
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18-year-old charged with drug offense after he was stopped for jaywalking
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The evening of December 20, 2025, El Paso Police stopped Nicholas Ray Fuentes, 18, while he was allegedly jaywalking in…
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‘Hazardous item’ in Northeast El Paso rendered safe
Update (5:26 PM): El Paso Police officials say that the hazardous item was rendered safe and that the scene is now opening up. Update (4:56 PM):…
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Venezuelans hope for changes following Maduro’s arrest
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Venezuelans who have been living in the United States for years say they are hoping for change in their country following…
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Texas Attorney General blocks release of more Aug. 3 Walmart shooting documents
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 obtained a ruling Tuesday from the Texas Attorney General’s office that blocked the release of further documents from…
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US military is ‘always an option’ for Trump to acquire Greenland, White House official says
The military is among a “range of options” being considering, Leavitt said. By Rachel Scott January 6, 2026, 2:52 PM The White House said Tuesday…
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Family says missing El Paso woman was found safe in Houston area
Update (January 6, 2026): Clarissa and Kayla Marquez say that their sister, Sydney Marquez, has been found and is now safely back with the family.…
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El Paso moves closer to defining short-term rentals in city code
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – El Paso City Council has taken another step toward formally defining short-term rentals in the city code, a move supporters…
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